* Many fast animals have sleek, streamlined bodies, reducing drag and improving efficiency in air or water.
Long powerful muscles:
* Fast animals generally have long, powerful muscles.
Efficient cardiovascular systems:
* Efficient cardiovascular systems provide the required amount of oxygen and nutrients to fuel their speed.
Specialized limbs:
* Fast animals possess strong and muscular limbs for propulsion. For example, the legs of cheetahs, ostriches and horses.
Flexible joints:
* Flexible joints give extra power, reach and flexibility for speedy bursts and movements.
The combination of various adaptations creates the exceptional speed observed in these fascinating animals of our world.